2018 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · RV18 APK

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on a clean MOT history across its recorded tests. The most recent inspection on 28 February 2022 at 23,935 miles passed with no recorded defects or advisories. This indicates that the vehicle maintained a high standard of operation during the documented period, with no immediate mechanical or structural failures identified by the DVSA tester. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,000 miles per year. Between the March 2021 test at 17,031 miles and the February 2022 test at 23,935 miles, the car covered only 6,904 miles in eleven months. This low usage suggests short urban trips or long periods of inactivity, which typically limits wear on drivetrain components, brake discs, and suspension. However, the lack of data for the last four years creates a significant information gap. A buyer must physically inspect the vehicle for risks associated with low-mileage operation, such as flat-spotted tyres, perished rubber suspension bushes, and potentially seized brake calipers due to lack of use. Since the last MOT was recorded in early 2022, the vehicle is currently out of date and requires an immediate test to verify current structural integrity and to check for emerging corrosion. Focus on the fluid condition and seals, as these components can age degrade over time regardless of the distance driven.